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Mar 11, 2024 · Designed by and named after the world-famous car designer, Virgil Exner, the XNR sported a highly unique asymmetrical body that sat on top of a modified Plymouth Valiant chassis. Perhaps even more unusual than the design itself is the story behind the original car.
May 26, 2023 · Since Gotham Garage (of Car Masters: Rust To Riches) built this replica, there are now two Plymouth XNRs in the world – the original car went to Canada in 2011 for restoration and sold a year later at auction; the XNR sold for $935,000.
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The Plymouth XNR is a concept car developed by Chrysler. It was designed by Virgil Exner, and first shown in 1960. Also called the XNR 500, the car is an open roadster with some asymmetric features, and was proposed as a sporty addition to the Plymouth model lineup, and as competition for the Chevrolet Corvette.
- 3-speed Manual
- Rear [32]
- Virgil Exner
- Concept car / Roadster
May 28, 2023 · The Petersen Automotive Museum has an epic roster of iconic and classic cars, but it never fails to surprise us. Its latest video showcases an interesting gem that not a lot of people might...
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- Senior Editor
Aug 31, 2020 · Petersen Automotive Museum is a museum that boasts over 100,000 square feet of exhibits comprising 25 galleries and over 300 vehicles. Located on Wilshire Boulevard along the Miracle Mile in Los Angeles, it is one of the world’s largest car museums.
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Aug 31, 2020 · The Gotham Garage team took a swing at creating the Plymouth XNR Replica, a $935,000 concept car, and donated it to Petersen Car Museum.
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